Community Outdoor Recreation Coordinator

Bring your passion for community, events, and the outdoors to life! As the Outdoor Recreation Community Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in creating memorable experiences that bring people together across Strathcona County. From iconic celebrations like Canada Day and New Year’s Eve to meaningful events that reflect and celebrate our community, you’ll lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of high-profile programs that make a lasting impact.

In this dynamic role, you’ll collaborate with community partners, stakeholders, and internal teams to design and deliver innovative events and outdoor programs that align with Strathcona County’s vision. If you thrive on variety, enjoy building strong relationships, and are energized by bringing big ideas to life, this could be the perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver high-profile community events and outdoor programs, including major celebrations such as Canada Day, New Year’s Eve, Celebration of Lights, Arbor Day, and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
• Lead the coordination of large-scale community, regional, and provincial events hosted in Strathcona County
• Provide leadership to cross-functional teams, including internal staff, community groups, boards, and external partners, to ensure successful event delivery
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with community organizations, businesses, and various levels of government to support event and sport tourism initiatives
• Identify and develop partnership and sponsorship opportunities, including in-kind contributions, to enhance programs, events, and outdoor amenities
• Oversee grant-related activities, including researching opportunities, preparing applications, and coordinating reporting requirements in alignment with government protocols
• Support strategic planning, budgeting, and project management for community events and outdoor programming, ensuring alignment with Strathcona County priorities
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess community needs, identify service gaps, and inform the design and delivery of programs and events
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to continuously enhance event and program quality
Recruit, schedule, and supervise event staff, contractors, and a large volunteer base to support safe, inclusive, and well-executed events

Qualifications and Skills

• Post-secondary education in Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Business, or a related field with a minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in event planning, community development, public engagement, or a related area
• Strong understanding of event planning fundamentals, including logistics, sponsorship, marketing, and communications
• Knowledge of municipal operations, policies, bylaws, and community development practices, particularly as they relate to events and sport tourism
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including community organizations, government partners, and internal teams
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities, with sound judgment and decision-making skills
• Experience managing budgets, negotiating partnerships, and interpreting information from multiple sources
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and familiarity with digital communication and social media tools
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and extended hours during major events

Conditions of Employment

Ability to perform physical labour as part of the job duties and stand/walk for extended periods of time

Who We Are

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, collaboration, and accountability.

Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
  • Extended health and dental coverage
  • Health and wellness spending account
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement and pension programs
  • Earned day off program
  • Employee and family assistance program
• Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities
Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.